Nortel Networks 350 manual Figure B-5. Installing an MDA

Media Dependent Adapters

Installing an MDA

The Uplink Module slot on the BayStack 450 switches accommodates a single MDA. The connection can be either an RJ-45 10/100BASE-TX MDA or a fiber (100BASE-FX or 1000BASE-SX/LX) MDA with an SC or MT-RJ connector.

Note: The MDA is not hot-swappable. Power down the switch before installing or removing an MDA.

To install an MDA into the Uplink Module slot, follow these steps:

1.Unplug the AC power cord from the back of the switch.

2.Loosen the thumb screws and remove the filler panel (or previously installed MDA) from the Uplink Module slot.

Note: If you are replacing an installed MDA with another type of MDA, see

“ Replacing an MDA with a Different Model” on B-12.

3.Insert the MDA into the chassis slot (see Figure B-5) taking care to slide the MDA onto the guides provided on the chassis.

Caution: Make sure the MDA slides in on the guides provided. Failure to align the guides could result in bent and broken pins.

BS35046A

Figure B-5. Installing an MDA

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